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JR West JNR 207 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric multiple unit

JR West JNR 207

Built by JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1991–2003

Overview of the JR West JNR 207

Discover the JNR 207, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has served the Japanese railway network.

Built between 1991 and 2003 by renowned manufacturers including JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo, this 1067 mm gauge electric unit exemplifies Japanese railway engineering.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the JNR 207 is recognized for its efficient and reliable operation.

This locomotive features a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.95 meters, designed to optimize space and performance on rail networks.

Operated by the West Japan Railway Company under the JR West 207 classification, this model represents a significant part of Japan's railway history.

JR West JNR 207 technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 207
Built byJR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 1991–2003
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the JR West JNR 207

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 207, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 207Japan

JR West JNR 207 photos

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